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Share code or text that
doesn't need to exist tomorrow

PodPad is a secure, temporary clipboard for sharing code and text with passwords and automatic expiry. No ads. No tracking. No clutter.

No ads • No tracking • Auto-delete • Built for privacy

Why PodPad exists

Most tools are built to store things forever. PodPad is built to let go safely.

When you need to share code, configs, or text temporarily, privately, and without clutter—PodPad is the fastest way to do it.

Developers Don't Want

  • More tools to manage
  • More dashboards to check
  • More clutter in their life

Developers Want

  • Speed
  • Control
  • No surprises

PodPad Positioning:
A throwaway clipboard with professional-grade security.

Why not GitHub or Google Docs?

GitHub is for code you maintain. Google Docs is for documents you keep. PodPad is for content you want gone.

Feature / Tool PodPad GitHub / Gist Google Docs
Designed for temporary sharing Yes No No
Auto-delete / expiry Built-in No No
Password-protected viewing Yes No No
Anonymous usage Yes (guest) No No
Privacy-first (no tracking) Yes Mixed No
Built to forget Yes No No
GitHub
Code you maintain
Google Docs
Documents you keep
PodPad
Text you want gone

Shortest URLs in the Industry

PodPad URLs are shorter than TinyURL and Bitly. Share code with URLs as short as podpad.in/x

Feature PodPad TinyURL Bitly
Shortest possible URL podpad.in/x (12 chars) tinyurl.com/abc123 (22+ chars) bit.ly/3xYz123 (18+ chars)
Custom slugs Free Limited Paid only
Content + URL in one Yes URL only URL only
Password protection Built-in No Enterprise only
Auto-expiry Yes No No
Code syntax highlighting 100+ languages N/A N/A
No tracking / Privacy Zero tracking Tracks clicks Heavy tracking

PodPad = URL Shortener + Secure Code Sharing

Why use two services when one does both? Share podpad.in/mycode and your code is instantly accessible.

PodPad vs Code Sharing Platforms

Unlike Pastebin clones, PodPad is built for privacy and security from the ground up.

Feature PodPad CodedPad.com Rentry.co
Separate view & edit passwords Yes No Edit only
Auto-expiry by time Yes No No
Auto-expiry by view count Yes No No
Multi-block code organization Unlimited blocks Single block Single block
Named code blocks Yes (Pro) No No
Short memorable URLs podpad.in/x Long random IDs Custom URLs
Zero ads & tracking Always Has ads No ads
PodPad Groups (organize) Yes (Pro) No No
Guest mode (no signup) Yes Yes Yes
Built for temporary sharing Core feature Permanent Permanent
CodePad.com
Basic code runner
Permanent, single block, ads
Rentry.co
Markdown focused
No auto-expiry, no view passwords
PodPad
Security-first code sharing
Auto-delete, passwords, multi-block, shortest URLs

User Plans Comparison

Choose the plan that fits your needs. From quick trials to unlimited professional usage.

Feature Guest Free User Pro User
Account Required No signup needed Free signup ₹99/month
Guest PodPads 1 per 24h session 2 per 24h (rolling) Unlimited
Pro PodPads Not available 2 lifetime trials (per email) Unlimited
Code Size Limit ~15,000 chars (~250 lines) 15k (Guest pads) / Unlimited (Pro trials) Unlimited
Code Blocks per PodPad 1 block only 1 (Guest pads) / Multiple (Pro trials) Unlimited blocks
Named Code Blocks No No Yes
Auto-Delete Timer 3 hours (forced) 3 hours (forced) Optional / Permanent
Edit After Creation Session only Anytime Anytime
Personal Dashboard No Yes Yes
Expired PodPads Kept (reactivatable) No — permanently deleted No — permanently deleted Yes — stays in dashboard
Short Links Feature 1 per 24h 2 per 24h Unlimited
Custom PodPad Slug Auto-generated Custom on create Custom + editable
PodPad Groups No No Organize by groups
Team Collaboration No No Viewer / Editor / Admin roles
Version History No No Auto-snapshots + restore
VS Code IDE View No No Full IDE interface
Analytics & Insights No Basic history Full analytics
Permanent Storage No (3hr limit) No (3hr max) Forever (Pro PodPads)

Guest PodPad vs Pro PodPad

Guest PodPad

Quick trial experience

  • Single code block only
  • ~250 lines maximum
  • Auto-generated URL
  • Expires in 3 hours
  • No edit after session ends
  • One global copy button
  • No recovery after deletion

Perfect for quick, one-time code shares that don't need to persist.

Pro

Pro PodPad

Full professional power

  • Unlimited code blocks
  • Named blocks for organization
  • Custom short URL (e.g., podpad.in/mycode)
  • Permanent storage - never expires
  • Edit anytime, anywhere
  • Per-block copy buttons
  • Full analytics & view count

Ideal for teams, documentation, and professional code sharing.

Important: Free User Lifetime Limit

Free users can create a maximum of 2 Pro PodPads in their lifetime (tracked per email address). This limit persists even if you delete your account and re-register. To create unlimited PodPads with all Pro features, upgrade to Pro for just ₹99/month.

ENHANCED FOR PRO

Short Links

Create standalone short URLs that redirect anywhere. Perfect for marketing, sharing external resources, or creating memorable links.

Custom Slugs

Create memorable URLs like podpad.in/docs

Password Protected

Add password protection to your short links

Expiry Options

Set expiry dates for time-limited access

Short Links are separate from PodPad slugs. They redirect to any URL you specify.

Upgrade to Pro

PodPad URLs by User Type

Every PodPad gets a unique URL. The level of customization depends on your plan.

Guest

podpad.in/mycode

10-char random hex slug if not set

Set once on create

Free User

podpad.in/my-snippet

Custom slug on creation (3-20 chars)

Set once on create
PRO

Pro User

podpad.in/api-v2-docs

Custom slug + edit anytime

Full control

All PodPads support password protection (separate view & edit passwords) regardless of plan.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is PodPad used for?

PodPad is used to securely share code or text that should not be stored forever. It's ideal for temporary sharing with automatic deletion.

Is PodPad free to use?

Yes. PodPad offers a free guest mode and a free user plan. A paid plan is available for unlimited usage.

How is PodPad different from Pastebin?

Unlike Pastebin, PodPad is privacy-first, supports passwords, automatic expiry, and does not show ads or track users.

Can I use PodPad without an account?

Yes. You can create a temporary PodPad without signing up.

Does PodPad show ads?

No. PodPad does not show ads and does not track users.

What are the Pro collaboration features?

Pro users can invite collaborators to any PodPad with three permission levels: viewer (read-only), editor (can edit content), and admin (can manage collaborators). Real-time presence indicators show who is currently viewing or editing.

What is Version History?

Pro PodPads automatically snapshot content on every save. You can browse the full version timeline, view any past version, and restore your PodPad to any previous state — no data is ever permanently lost on an active Pro PodPad.

What is the VS Code IDE View?

Pro users can open any PodPad in a full VS Code-style interface directly in the browser — with tabs for each code block, a minimap, breadcrumb navigation, live syntax highlighting, and real-time collaborator presence avatars.

Can deleted PodPads be recovered?

No. Content that is hard-deleted (Guest and Free pads after expiry, or any manually deleted pad) cannot be recovered — we do not keep backups of content. Pro PodPads are never hard-deleted automatically; they become "expired" and stay in your dashboard for reactivation anytime.

Built for Developers, By Developers

Simple, secure, and privacy-focused. Everything you need to share code without the bloat.

Password Protected

Separate view and edit passwords. Your code stays secure with military-grade encryption.

Auto-Expiry

Set time or view-count based expiry. Shared content automatically self-destructs.

Syntax Highlighting

IDE-grade syntax highlighting for 100+ languages. Format preserved perfectly.

Zero Tracking

No ads, no analytics, no fingerprinting. Your privacy is our priority.

Multi-Block Support

Organize related code in separate blocks. Each with its own copy button.

Blazing Fast

Lightweight and optimized. No bloat, no tracking scripts, pure performance.

Pro

Team Collaboration

Invite collaborators with viewer, editor, or admin roles. See who's viewing or editing in real-time with live presence indicators.

Pro

Version History

Every save creates an automatic snapshot. Browse, compare, and restore to any previous version of your PodPad instantly.

Pro

VS Code IDE View

Open any Pro PodPad in a VS Code-style editor with tabs, minimap, breadcrumbs, and real-time collaboration — right in the browser.

Simple pricing. No tricks.

Pay only when you want unlimited control.

Free (Guest)

Perfect for trying PodPad

Free
  • 1 PodPad per 24h session
  • 1 Short URL per 24h
  • ~15,000 chars (~250 lines)
  • 3-hour auto-delete
  • No account required
  • No edit after session ends
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Free Account

For regular but light usage

Free / forever
  • 2 Guest PodPads per 24h
  • 2 Pro PodPad trials (lifetime)
  • 2 Short URLs per 24h
  • 3-hour auto-delete on all pads
  • Edit PodPads anytime
  • Personal dashboard & usage history
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Security & Privacy First

Built with security at its core. Your code, your control, your privacy.

End-to-End Protection

All passwords are hashed with bcrypt. No plaintext secrets stored, ever.

Zero Tracking

No analytics, no ads, no fingerprinting. We don't track you, period.

Auto-Cleanup

Time and view-count based expiry. Automatic deletion when limits are reached.

Separate Passwords

Different passwords for viewing and editing. Fine-grained access control.

Self-Destruct

Content automatically expires based on time or view count. No manual cleanup needed.

Anonymous Guest Mode

Try without signup. Guest sessions use anonymous UUIDs with no personal data.

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Technical Project Credits

Recognizing the vision and hard work behind PodPad

Developed By

Venu Vallepu Sir & Students

Contributing Student Team

S. Ramakishore

23491a04x3@qiscet.edu.in

V. Maruthi Dharmaghna

23491a04y5@qiscet.edu.in

T. Ramya

23491a05v0@qiscet.edu.in

V. Rama Bhargav

23491a050c@qiscet.edu.in

T. Lakshmi Sowmya

23491a05v1@qiscet.edu.in